Overall Score
39.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#3697)39.2
Performance(#5195)52.3
Camera(#6218)19.1
Display(#4147)56.5
Battery(#480)86.0
Build(#3004)16.8
Connectivity(#3556)54.1
Audio(#1818)71.5
Comparisons Featuring Kyocera Brigadier
Short Review
- The Kyocera Brigadier features a robust design with dimensions of 136.4 x 68.3 x 13.2 mm and a weight of 187.1g, making it sturdy yet portable.
- Its 4.5-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, delivering a pixel density of approximately 326 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 chipset, with a quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7 CPU and Adreno 305 GPU, supported by 2GB of RAM.
- The rear camera is 8 MP with autofocus, capable of recording video at 1080p@30fps, while the front camera is a basic 2 MP.
- The 3100 mAh battery provides decent longevity and supports wireless charging.
- Running on Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), the software experience is basic but functional.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.0, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The phone is designed with a black finish and does not feature HDR or stereo speakers.
- Overall, the Kyocera Brigadier emphasizes durability and essential functionality over advanced features.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionFor Verizon
Display
Size4.5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
HDR Support✗
ProtectionSapphire crystal glass
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 400 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A7
GPUAdreno 305
Memory16GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDHC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera8 MP, AF
Main Camera FeaturesLED flash, panorama
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera FeaturesN/A
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
Optical Stabilization✗
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo Support✗
Battery
Capacity3100 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Ion 3100 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Safety
Dimensions136.4 x 68.3 x 13.2 mm (5.37 x 2.69 x 0.52 in)
Weight187.1 g
MaterialsN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SAR0.79 W/kg (head) 0.72 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes, dual speakers
Audio JackYes
Software & Security
Operating SystemAndroid 4.4.2 (KitKat)
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, proximity, compass, barometer